MLS Matchday 9 Preview and Free Picks

This weekend, the action and excitement of the 2025 MLS season continues. The teams will take the field to fight for glory in the matches corresponding to matchday 9.

In the East, Columbus Crew is at the top of the standings with 18 points. Charlotte and Cincinnati, with 16 points each, are their closest pursuers. However, it is fair to mention that Inter Miami, currently in fourth place, is three points behind the top, but they have one match left to play.

On the other hand, in the West, the Whitecaps remain at the top of the standings with 19 points. Minnesota United follows them with 15 points, while San Diego FC, Portland Timbers, and Colorado Rapids are tied with 14 points each.

Now, we bring you a preview of the best games we will enjoy in this MLS Matchday 9, with their respective betting odds and our free predictions.

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MLS Matchday 9 – Columbus Crew x Inter Miami

Columbus Crew and Inter Miami share a common accomplishment: both teams remain undefeated at the start of the 2025 MLS season and will face each other on Matchday 9.

While the Ohio team currently sits atop the Eastern Conference, the Herons are close behind. However, one false move against their next opponent could shift the balance of power. With 18 points for the Crew and 15 for Miami, the Ohio team has the edge, but considering Leo Messi’s side has played one less game, this detail could prove crucial as the season unfolds.

Columbus has a record of 5 wins and three draws, with 12 goals scored and six conceded. They are also coming off a win in their most recent match against St. Louis City SC, with a score of 2-1. On the other hand, Inter Miami has a record of 4 wins and three draws, and they come from two draws in a row, the most recent being against Chicago Fire by 0-0.

Para esta partida, nossa previsão é de empate em 1 a 1 no placar.

Palpite de apostas Columbus Crew vs. Inter Miami: Empate

MLS Matchday 9 – Chicago Fire vs. Cincinnati

Chicago has been inconsistent from the start of the season. They are eighth in the table with a record of 3 wins, three draws, and two losses. However, playing at home has always been beneficial and positive for them, so the team is expected to perform well despite their tough opponent.

As we mentioned, Chicago Fire’s most recent match ended in a draw against Leo Messi’s Inter Miami, with a score of 0-0.

On the other hand, Cincinnati continues to prove that their level of play is a step above many of the teams in the MLS Eastern Conference. Right now, the team is in third place in the standings but tied with 16 points with Charlotte FC, so if they can get the 3 points this matchday and Inter Miami beats Columbus Crew, Cincinnati will move immediately to the top of the standings.

FC Cincinnati comes into this matchday with three straight wins on the back, the most recent being a 2-1 win over DC United.

Para esta partida, nossa aposta vencedora é o FC Cincinnati.

Chicago Fire vs. Cincinnati Betting Pick: Cincinnati

MLS Matchday 9 – Minnesota vs. FC Dallas

Minnesota comes into this Matchday 9 boosted by an excellent start to the season, which keeps them in second place in the West, with an excellent record of 4 wins, three draws, and one loss, with 11 goals scored and seven conceded. However, they are four points behind the Whitecaps at the top of the table, so they need to keep winning for several weeks to stay in the fight to be at the top of the standings.

In the last five games, Minnesota United has had three draws and two wins, their most recent result being a 0-0 draw against Toronto.

On the other hand, FC Dallas has not been able to show their full potential at the beginning of the season, as they have a record of 3 wins, two draws, and three defeats in the eight games they have played. In addition, they have 10 goals for and 11 against, showing that their defense tends to leave important spaces to their rivals.

However, they have a chance to prove they can beat a powerful team like Minnesota United. In their most recent match, FC Dallas lost to the Seattle Sounders at home 1-2.

For this match, we expect Minnesota to respect their home and take the 3 points.

Minnesota vs. FC Dallas Betting Pick: Minnesota

MLS Matchday 9 – Portland Timbers vs. LAFC

The Timbers have gone from strength to strength this early season, and currently, they sit fourth in the Western Conference with a record of 4 wins, two draws, and two losses, with 13 goals scored and 10 conceded. While the offense responds very well for this team, we have that the defense needs to be more compact to avoid jeopardizing the results on each matchday.

However, it should be noted that Portland comes into this matchday after an excellent victory against Sporting KC 4-2.

On the other hand, LAFC has not found a way to have a positive streak to fight for the top of the standings. There is no doubt that this is not the team that was expected, but there is still a lot of season left to play.

Atualmente, the California squad has a record of 4 wins and four losses, with 10 goals for and 11 against. The team needs to improve its defense significantly. Otherwise, it will be difficult for them to get close to the top of the table. LAFC comes into this matchday after being eliminated by Inter Miami in the Quarterfinals of the CONCACAF Champions League. However, they added a victory in MLS against SJ Earthquakes 2-1.

It will be a hard-fought game, but we believe the Portland Timbers will take all three points.

Portland Timbers vs. LAFC Betting Pick: Portland Timbers